🔴 Outside business hours Business hours in Kakamega:
Mon–Fri, 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM

Thinking to call someone at Kakamega

⚠️ Might be inconvenient (early/late)

Time difference from Kakamega

Geographical & Cultural Overview

Kakamega, a significant locality within Kenya, offers a unique geographical and cultural profile. This city, known internationally by its standardized name Kakamega, serves as a key point of interest in its region.

Location & Topography

Positioned at latitude 0.28422 and longitude 34.75229, the city's precise coordinates place it distinctly on the world map. Its digital elevation model indicates an average altitude of 1563 meters, shaping the area's physical character.

Demographics & Significance

As a community of approximately 63,426 people, Kakamega holds a specific demographic weight within its administrative area. Its official designation as a PPLA underscores its importance in the regional hierarchy.

Administrative Structure

Administratively, the city falls under the primary jurisdiction of 20. It is further organized within the subdivision, which helps to define its local governance and services.

Historical & Linguistic Heritage

The rich history of the region is reflected in the variety of names used for the city over time. In addition to its primary name, it is also recognized as GGM, Kakamega, Kakamege, each name offering a glimpse into its linguistic and cultural heritage.

Time Zone & Scheduling

All local activities, scheduling, and daily life in Kakamega are synchronized to the Africa/Nairobi timezone, ensuring its alignment with the broader regional and international time standards.

Other names this city is known as.

GGM
Kakamega
Kakamege
ka ka mei jia
kakamga knya
Какамега
Какамеге
کاکامگا، کنیا
კაკამეგა
卡卡梅加